Geology
Why Mauna Loa and Other Hawaiian Volcanoes Are Different from Most
The magma that is fueling the first eruption of Hawaii’s Mauna Loa volcano in nearly 40 years is less likely to cause explosive effusions than magma at other volcanoes
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Neurology
Fatherhood Changes Men’s Brain, according to Before-and-After MRI Scans
The brain of a new father goes through transitions analogous to the neural changes experienced by a pregnant woman
Public Health
What the Triple Threat of COVID, RSV and Flu Means for Children
Two epidemiologists explain how three viral illnesses are straining health care systems
Weather
Why a Warming Climate Can Bring Bigger Snowstorms
It may sound counterintuitive, but a warming climate can actually lead to bigger snowstorms
Sports
Men’s World Cup Soccer Ball, the Al Rihla, Has the Aerodynamics of a Champion
The Al Rihla may fly more quickly through the air than previous World Cup balls
Reproduction
Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pills Could Be Approved Next Year
If the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approves the first over-the-counter birth control pill, pharmacists and pharmacies could play an ever increasing role in reproductive health care...
Psychology
Why Do People Love Gross and Scary Things?
Going out of your way to get grossed out might seem to contradict human nature. But it serves a strong evolutionary purpose
Politics
Experts Grade Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube on Readiness to Handle Election Misinformation
Social media experts evaluate TikTok, Twitter and other platforms on their ability to handle the danger of misinformation about the coming 2022 elections
Genetics
How the Ancient Viral DNA in Our Genome Affects Disease and Development
Human endogenous retroviruses make up 8 percent of the human genome. Researchers are studying how active they are
Plants
How to Stop Your Jack-o’-Lantern from Rotting
Prevent your jack-o’-lantern from turning into moldy, maggoty mush before Halloween
